Diwan-e-Aam

Diwan-e-Aam was a public audience hall used by Mughal emperors, notably Akbar, for addressing and interacting with their subjects. It served as a space where the emperor held meetings, delivered speeches, and listened to grievances or suggestions from people of all social backgrounds. The hall symbolized transparency and accessibility of the ruler to his subjects, reflecting the Mughal emphasis on justice and open governance. Architecturally, it was often grand and spacious, designed to accommodate large gatherings, representing the emperor’s role as a benevolent and approachable leader.